Out of all the car models in the autoverse, the Chevy Bel Air holds
a special place in enthusiasts' and collectors' hearts. Although
many don't realize that the Bel Air trim spanned seven generations
and more than three decades of Chevrolets, from 1950 to 1981, more
often than not, the model's second generation garners the lion's
share of the attention (and resale value). The Tri-Five cars, as
they're known, began with the 1955 model and continued on for the
1956 and 1957 model years. The 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Restomod we
have for you today stands out as a unique example. With just 1,645
miles since it was built, this Bel Air comes with two new doors, a
fiberglass cowl hood, upgraded headlights, a cool high-mounted stop
LED light logo, and a PPG Zanzibar (aka Metallic Brown) full
repaint, helping it stand out as one of the hallmarks of the Golden
Age of automobiles.
Inside, we find a stellar custom interior. A center console,
complete with cupholders, separates a pair of late-model GTO
power-adjustable leather bucket seats. A custom power-assisted
wheel is mounted on a chrome tilt column from Ididit, sits ahead of
a trick five-pod, white-faced AutoMeter gauge cluster set against a
billet bezel. Vintage Air is set up but needs servicing, while a
custom AutoSound AM/FM head unit handles soundtrack duties.
Under the hood, we find a body-color engine bay featuring an iconic
LS1 V-8 engine which was also donated by a late-model GTO. With its
aluminum block and heads, composite intake manifold, and cool
body-color valve covers, this modern small block originally
produced 350 horsepower and 365 pound-feet of torque. This
particular motor has been upgraded with a set of PRC heads and long
tube headers, undoubtedly adding a few more ponies to the corral.
Whatever the number, that power is routed through a Tremec
six-speed manual transmission before being sent out to the ten-bolt
rear end.
HIGHLIGHTS:
• 1645 Miles Since Built
• Fiberglass Hood
• PPG Zanzibar Paint
• Upgraded Headlights
• LED Logo Stoplight
• LS1 V8
• PRC Heads
• Long Tube Headers
• FlowFX Dual Exhaust
• Tremec Six Speed Manual
• Air Front Suspension
• Lowered Rear Suspension
• Tubular A Arms
• Sway Bars
• Rear Shock Mounted Crossmember
• 17 Inch Ridler Wheels
• Four Wheel Power Discs
• Power Steering
• Custom Black Leather Interior
• Late Model GTO Power Seats
• Custom Center Console
• Cupholders
• Power Windows
• AutoMeter Gauges
• Billet Gauge Bezel
• Custom AutoSound Radio
• Chrome Tilt Column
This 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Restomod rides on air suspension and
tubular A-arms up front, while a factory-style lowered rear
suspension features a crossmember for shock mounts, with sway bars
at both ends. Four-wheel power disc brakes stand ready to scrub off
speed at a moment's notice. If you've never experienced what it is
like to pilot a Tri-Five Chevy down the road, or if you have a
collection of them already in your driveway, and like potato chips
or French Fries, you need just one more, this restomodded classic
might just be what you've been waiting for. Call today!
Vehicle Details
1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
Listing ID:CC-2014192
Price:$76,995
Location:Ft Worth, Texas
Year:1955
Make:Chevrolet
Model:Bel Air
Exterior Color:Zanzibar
Interior Color:Black
Transmission:Manual
Odometer:1645
Stock Number:7836-DFW
VIN:0157924T55F
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